Charged With a Crime?
Describe the situation once and we'll connect you with defense attorneys who handle charges like yours. There is no charge to submit your situation.
Describe the charge
A few quick questions, and you can stop at any point.
- No obligation to hire
- You decide whether to proceed
- Your information is used to help with the request you submitted
- No account required
Hire Best Pros is not a law firm, does not provide legal advice, and does not evaluate cases. We help connect you with attorneys who handle criminal matters. Any attorney-client relationship is formed directly between you and the attorney you choose. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
Hire Best Pros helps consumers connect with independent professionals and service providers. We generally do not perform the underlying services. You should evaluate providers and decide which option is right for you.
The first hearing sets the pace
Most defense attorneys want to speak with you before it, because some options narrow once a plea is entered. Have the court date and county ready.
Bring the paperwork
The citation, charging document, bond paperwork and anything the court has mailed you. Those carry the charge codes an attorney needs.
Where you talk about the case matters
Conversations with an attorney are protected in a way that texts, recorded calls and social media posts are not.
What to expect before you speak with an attorney
- Tell Hire Best Pros what you need, in plain language.
- We help determine which type of professional handles it.
- The next step is either a call or a short request form.
- Nothing happens until you choose to continue.
How it works
- STEP 01
Tell us about the charge
What you're facing and where things stand. Only what you're comfortable sharing.
- STEP 02
Billy helps find the right path
Hire Best Pros identifies the relevant service and the best available way to connect.
- STEP 03
Take the next step
Depending on the service, you can call a professional, submit a short request, or continue to a provider that offers what you're looking for.
Frequently asked questions
Should I get a lawyer before my first court date?
Usually yes. Early hearings can involve bond conditions and plea decisions, and an attorney who is already familiar with the file has more room to work than one brought in afterwards.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Felonies carry longer potential sentences and heavier long-term consequences, including effects on employment and firearm rights. The dividing line is set by state law and by the specific charge.
Can a charge be reduced or dismissed?
It happens, depending on the evidence, the jurisdiction and your record. No attorney can promise an outcome, and any who does is worth avoiding.
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Charged With a Crime?
Describe the situation once and we'll connect you with defense attorneys who handle charges like yours. There is no charge to submit your situation.